Event

Shakefest 2023

SHAKEFEST IS BACK AT CHARLEVILLE CASTLE! In its 18th year, we have come through the pandemic and look forward to seeing all of you again at this magnificent venue. No matter what size or what's on, you'll be guaranteed to have an amazingly cultural and creative experience every year.

Once again at Charleville Castle, Tullamore, we are offering some energetic and creative all ages workshops and our usual colourful and eclectic Evening Hafla of cultural entertainment on Saturday, May 27th and Sunday, May 28th!

Here's our initial programme for Saturday:

***SOLD OUT***
CASTLE FORECOURT - all ages (weather permitting or Ballroom)
Jabba Jabba Jembe African Drum Circle for all ages and families
6-7pm

Animation Projection Show by Caroline Conway 10:30pm

CASTLE BALLROOM 7:30-10pm
Shakefest Hafla incl. variety of cultural acts and Guest Cultural Dance Performer Dr. Subha Goda (Indian Classical Dance)
Animation Projections by Finn Nichol (RDS Taylor Award Winner 2021)

Programme for Sunday:

BALLROOM
Hip Hop with Bubble Lock

Kids & Teens 1-2pm €7.50
Adults 2:30-3:30pm €10

CASTLE COURTYARD
***SOLD OUT*** Abstract Painting Workshops

Kids 6-17 workshop: 4-5:30pm €8

*** max. capacity is 12 participants in paint workshop so book ASAP to avoid disappointment!